Review of Prisoners (2013) by Jim V — 05 Apr 2014

This movie was so good it should've been at least nominated for an Oscar for Best Picture and Best Actor for Hugh Jackman & Jake Gylenhaal.

This review of Prisoners (2013) was written by Jim V on 05 Apr 2014.

Prisoners has generally received very positive reviews.

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